Owner’s Manual CRRFTSMRN 9 Horse Power 26” Two-Stage Track Drive Snow Thrower Model No. 247.888510 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. Sears, Roebuck And Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A. Form No.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Content Content Page Warranty Information......................................... .................2 Service & Adjustment..................................... ....................20 Safe Operation Practices................................... .................3 Accessories.......................................................... ................... 23 Assembly.................................................................. ..........................6 Off-Season Storage....
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the A personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your snow thrower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning. Your snow thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual.
hand in the discharge or collector openings. Use a stick or wooden broom handle to unclog the discharge opening. Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, stop the engine and remove the key. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
HARDWARE PACK Lay the hardware pieces from the hardware pack on the figure here and you will have automatically sorted these according to the steps of the assembly procedure described later. (Only one unit of each hardware has been shown per group. The number in parenthesis indicates the total number of the hardware needed in that group.
ASSEMBLY Traction Drive Control ' Handle Panel ^ // ■ '-? ' /■ Handles JrV - Chute Crank -k'k-' &! Chute /■/ ..■ r u Figure 1 IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped with engine oil, but without gasoline, in the engine. After assembly, see OPERATION section of this manual for fuel selection and fill-up. NOTE: To determine right and left hand sides of your snow thrower, stand behind the unit with the engine farthest away from you.
• Secure bottom hole on the handle to the snow thrower using 5/16 x3/4” hex bolt and lock washer from the hardware pack (group A on page 5 ). Do not tighten at this time. See Figure 2. Attach the handie pane! to the handle with two carriage bolts, cupped washers (cupped side against the handle panel) and hex nuts on each side. See Figure 3. You will find these fasteners in group B of the hardware pack. Align the contour of the carriage bolt head with the handle. Tighten the hardware.
chute crank and insert hairpin clip into eye hole at the end of the chute crank. See Figure 7. Slide the upper chute crank through the plastic bushing in the upper chute crank bracket and then into the lower chute crank. See Figure 8. Align the holes on the two pieces of the chute crank, and secure with hairpin clip from group C of the hardware pack. Adjust the chute bracket so that the spiral on the chute crank fully engages the teeth on the chute assembly.
Place the bent end of the shift rod into the hole in the shift arm assembly. See Figure 11. Secure with 5/16 flat washer and hairpin clip from the hardware pack (group D on page 5). Start threading the ferrule (included in the same group in the hardware pack) onto the other end of the shift rod. It has to line up with the upper hole in the shift lever (beneath the handle panel). While aligning the ferrule, push down on the shift rod and the shift arm assembly as far as it will go.
hardware in group H of the hardware pack (on page 5). Pull on the cable and rotate it around the bottom of the trigger, with the inner cable in the slot, until the cable end can be pushed into the trigger housing and snapped tight. See Figure 12. • Secure the left turn trigger cable to the lower handle using the other cable tie. Make sure to route the cable tie below the auger drive cable so that when the trigger cable is secured by the cable tie, the auger drive cable is left outside the cable tie.
• Adjusting Skid Shoe Recheck the adjustment. Tighten the jam nut against the cable when correct adjustment is reached. The space between the shave plate and the ground can be changed by adjusting the skid shoe. • Return weight transfer lever to normal position before adjusting skid shoes. • For close snow removal, adjust skid shoes higher to minimize gap between the shave plate and the ground.
OPERATION Knowing Your Snow Thrower Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower. Compare with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses for operating the snow thrower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
Chute Distance Control operating Controls (See Figure 17.) The distance that snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the Chute Crank chute distance control forward to decrease the The chute crank is located on the left hand side of the distance, toward the rear to increase the distance. snow thrower.
Before Starting Engine Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. Fill Gas WARNING: Gasoline is flammable and cau tion must be used when handling or storing it. A To Start Engine WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the snow thrower while starting or operating. Do not operate this snow thrower unless the A Do not fill fuel tank while the snow thrower is running, when it is hot or when it is in an enclosed area.
“Final Adjustments” section of the Assembly Instructions. WARNING: The electric starter must be property grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of elec tric shock which may be injurious to the operator. • Determine whether your house wiring is a threewire grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain. Warm Start • Make sure that the engine has sufficient oil and the auger drive and the traction drive levers are released. • Move throttle control to FAST position.
• two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist. Use slower speeds until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower. Squeeze the traction drive ciutch grip against the right handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it and the drive motion will stop. To Engage Augers • • To engage the augers and start snow throwing, squeeze the left hand auger clutch grip against the left handle. Release to stop augers.
MAINTENANCE General Recommendations • • • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain the snow thrower as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will have to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly.
Lubrication Check V-belts For a view of the lubrication points on the snow thrower, see Figure 20. Follow the instructions below to check the condition of the drive belts every 50 hours of operation. • Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing two self-tapping screws. • Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively worn out belts. Sprocket Shaft • Lubricate the sprocket shaft with grease at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation.
SAE viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature. -32° colder Drain oil while engine is warm. Remove oil drain cap located at the bottom of the recoil starter of the engine. Catch oil in a suitable container. When engine is drained of all oil, replace drain plug securely. Remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube. For location of the oil fill tube, see Figure 17 inset. Pour fresh oil slowly through the tube. Replace dipstick.
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS A NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be WARNING: Always stop the engine, dis connect spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug before performing any adjustments or repairs. certain to remove it. Augers The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts will shear. . • If the augers will not turn, check to see if the bolts have sheared.
Auger Drive Belts • • Disconnect the chute crank at the chute assembly by removing the cotter pin and the flat washer. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing two self-tapping screws. See Figure 25. Self-Tapping ' Screw Figure 24 • • Insert the ferrule into the upper hole in the shift iever from the right side when adjustment is correct. Secure with the fiat washer and the hairpin clip that you had earlier removed. See Figure 24.
• • • Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket drops on the auger pulley. See Figure 28. Slip belt between friction wheel and friction disc plate and remove the belt. See Figure 28. Reassemble with new drive belt. NOTE: The support bracket m ust rest on the stop bolt after the new belt has been assem bled. See Figure 28. Friction Wheei Rubber The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be checked after the first 25 hours of operation and periodically thereafter.
Reassemble the new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assembly tightening the six screws in rotation and with equal force. Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly and slide the shaft through the friction wheel. See Figure 30. Slide the shaft into the hex I.D. of the sprocket, the spacer and the left ball bearing and secure with the bell washer and hex bolt. Carburetor A WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE tf your snow thrower is left unused for 30 days or longer, it needs to be prepared for storage. Also, at the end of the snow season, you should follow the same set of instructions and store the snow thrower properly for the off-season. Proper storage ensures longer life of the snow thrower. WARNING: Drain fuel into approved container outdoors, away from any open flame. Be certain engine is cool. Do not smoke.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Shift iever not locking 1. Shift rod out of adjustment into the sixth speed 1. Remove washer and pin. Turn ferrule clockwise one turn and reinstall. Engine fails to start 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Engine runs erratic. 1. Unit running on choke 2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 3. Water or dirt in fuel system.
PARTS LIST SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.
Key No. Part No. Description Qty. Key No. .
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.
Key No. 1 2 3 4 7 9 10 12 14 17 Part No. 611-0053 618-0043 Description Axle Assembly Dogg Assembly: R.H. 618-0044 Dogg Assembly: LH. 618-0169 Shift Assembly: Track Drive 683-0024 Hub Assembly: Track Drive 684-0014B Shift Rod Assembly 684-0021 Friction Wheel Support Bracket Assembly Qly. 2 1 1 1 710-0643 Hex Lock Screw 5/16-18 x .625 Grade 5 4 710-0599 Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw 2 19 20 21 22 710-0602 710-0604 710-0654A 710-0788 710-0809 Hex Washer Hd.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.
Key No, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 Part No. 631-0032 684-0009 684-0024 684-0038 710-0157 710-0459 710-0604 710-1231 712-0214 712-0346 712-0429 720-0223 731-1292 731-1538A 736-0242 736-0272 736-0406 737-0170 738-0140 748-0353A Description Wheel Assembly Idler Rod Track Pivot Axle Assembly Handle Assembly Screw Screw Screw Screw Lock Nut Jam Nut Hex Nut Grip Track Wheel-Track Drive Bell Washer Flat Washer Flat Washer Lubricant Shoulder Screw Lift-Shaft Drive Key Qty. No.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888510 NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700xxxx-0689.
Key No. Description Part No. Qty. Key No. 1 05931 Bearing Housing 1 20 2 605-5192A Spiral Assembly 1 3 4 605-5193A Spiral Assembly Auger Gear Assembly 1 1 Spiral Housing Assembly 618-0121 684-0040A 5 6 Part No. Description Qty. 732-0611 Extension Spring 21 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 9 22 736-0169 Lock Washer 3/8 1 23 24 736-0174 Wave Washer Flat Washer .761.D. x 1.49 O.D. 1 736-0188 1 684-0065 Impeller Assembly 1 1 25 736-0242 Bell Washer .345 I.D. x .
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888510 Ref. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Part No. 05896A 629-0071 710-0627 710-1245 710-0230 710-3005 710-0696 710-1652 712-0181 731-1324 732-0710 736-0119 736-0242 736-0247 736-0270 736-0331 Description Bracket Extension Cord Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Jam Nut Belt Cover Spring Flat Washer Bell Washer Flat Washer Lock Washer Bell Washer Qty. 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 34 Ref. No. Part No.
Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888510 CARBURETOR Key No. 0 1 2 6 7 10 14 15 16 17 18 20 20A 25 48-'*^ I * '20A 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 36 37 40 44 47 48 - 25 35 Part No. Description Qty. 640052 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 631776A Throttle Shaft & Lever Ass’y 631970 Throttle Return Spring 631778 Throttle Shutter 650506 Shutter Screw 632112 Choke Shaft & Lever Ass’y.
Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.
Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888510 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 15 15A 15B 16 17 18 19 20 25 26 28 30 35 36 37 38 40 40 41 41 42 42 43 45 47 48 49 50 60 65 69 70 71 75 76 80 81 82 83 84 86 87 89 Part No.
Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888510 Table conlinued from previous page Key No. Part No.
Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888510 Recoil Starter -11 Key No. Part No. 6 7 8 11 12 590733 590599A 590600 590696 590601 590697 590698 590699 590709 590734 590535 13 590574 Key No. Part No. 0 1 2 — 8 3 4 5 Description Qty. Rewind Starter 1 Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 1 Washer 1 Retainer 1 Washer 1 Brake Spring 1 Starter Dog 2 Dog Spring 2 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass’y- 1 1 Starter Housing Ass’yStarter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64" Dia.
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